Han Shizu

Chapter 1350 Between Brothers
The entry and exit of Youzhou City is still tightly controlled, not only because of the inertia of martial law during the war, but also because the emperor is here. In addition, during this period, there are more people of all kinds coming and going to Youzhou, and some people who have retreated from the front line After coming down, the officers and soldiers who have not yet returned to their hometowns or returned to construction have posed a huge test to the security of Youzhou City.

Naturally, the team of the eldest son of the emperor did not need to be interrogated like those business travelers, and Liu Xu didn't even need to make a sound. Only the guard officers came forward, and the car drove through the customs and entered the city without stopping.

Along the way, we drove through the wide streets of Youzhou, dense crowds, and lively markets. Through the car window, Chooning was a little dazed.Seeing this, Liu Xu asked with a smile: "Compared to 25 years ago, what does Your Majesty think is the weather in Youzhou City today?"

Hearing this, Choining was very moved: "It's so cold and such a bustling market, and there are only big Chinese cities. Although Shangjing is the capital of the Liao Kingdom, it can't compare with Youzhou! The same Youzhou city, more than 20 years ago , although it is called prosperous, it is difficult to compare with today! Youzhou is like this, but I don’t know what Kaifeng and Luoyang are like today?"

"The eastern and western capitals of the Great Han Dynasty have been repaired and rebuilt. Your Majesty can go south with you. At that time, I can personally guide you and take your Majesty to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the capital!" Liu Xu said.

Hearing this, Tiao Ning's eyes moved slightly, a little embarrassment flashed across his face, and he said with a dry smile: "Your Highness is so kind, I am very grateful!"

Obviously, when you go to Youzhou, you are worried, afraid of being detained and unable to return, not to mention going to the two capitals of the Central Plains, no matter how prosperous there are, at least at this time, you are not very tempted.This is not like 25 years ago when the Liao army went south as a conqueror. Now, he is just an old Hu chieftain who needs the mercy of the emperor of Han.

Although it is difficult for Liu Xu to fully understand Tiao Ning's psychology, he can also sense his anxiety and confusion.In fact, Liu Xu would occasionally show some pity for this old King Xi. Although the policy towards Xi people has not been completely set, the basic tone is there. The territory is completely digested.

This is obviously far from the restraint and autonomy that Chooning expected.However, as the prince of the great Han Dynasty, as a courtier entrusted by Emperor Liu with the Xi Clan's errand, Liu Xu's position is also firm and clear.

In the future, if you are wise, you can enjoy the glory while retaining the title of King Xi. He and his descendants will be rich and safe.And if you don't accept it, then you can't blame the court's methods. In the end, King Xi can change it if he wants to. This time he came to Youzhou, but there were several high-ranking nobles from the six tribes of the Xi clan.

"Report to Your Highness, His Royal Highness Duke of Jin led people to wait in front of the palace gate!" The car stopped in front of the Youzhou Palace, and the officer of the guard rode his horse to the outside of the car to report.

"Stop!" Hearing the news, Liu Xu ordered immediately.

In front of the palace gate, Liu Xi led two servants to wait among the guards. When he saw Liu Xu who was driving, he immediately greeted him cheerfully: "Welcome big brother back! You don't blame me for not going out of the city to welcome you! "

Seeing that Liu Xi was still indifferent as usual, Liu Xu was also humble as usual, and replied, "What's the matter! Let you be here to welcome the cold, I feel sorry for my brother!"

"Brother is always so serious!" Seeing Liu Xu's reaction, Liu Xi couldn't help but spread his hands.

The perception of Liu Xi is naturally not as complicated as that of the prince. Liu Xu can still let go of his arrogance, so he also smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "Between you and me, you don't have to be polite!"

"As it should be!"

Attention shifted from Liu Xu to Cho Ning, looked at Cho Ning who was like an old tree withered, and asked, "This is the king of the Xi clan, right?"

"Exactly!" Liu Xu personally introduced to Cho Ning: "Your Majesty, this is my third younger brother, Duke of Jin Liu Xi!"

Hearing this, Chiu Ning saluted immediately, a little cautiously: "The old man has seen His Royal Highness Duke Jin!"

"Your Majesty, you don't need to be too polite!" Facing Tiao Ning, Liu Xi was indeed a bit more serious, and bowed his hands in return, saying: "Your Majesty is very happy to come to Youzhou, and I have a special order to welcome you!"

Tiao Ning suddenly showed a flattered expression, cupped his hands and said: "The Son of Heaven treats you so favorably, I don't dare to take it upon you, Your Highness!"

After a few compliments to each other, Liu Xi ordered his staff to lead Cho Ning into the car, and the emperor authorized him to drive the car to welcome King Xi, which was enough of his face.As for Liu Xi, he was called to the car by Liu Xu, and the two brothers rode together to talk.

"In the past two months, I have been staying in the north, and I have heard about the situation on the various fronts, but I don't understand it. Right now, all the ways in the north are starting to deal with the aftermath!" Liu Xu asked.

Liu Xi didn't hide it either, and nodded in response: "Right now, in the entire northern Xinjiang, only Dong Zunhui's army is still in the middle of the war. The fighting in other battlefields has subsided. The governments at all levels in the northern Daozhou , and also carry out recuperation placement.

Two days ago, Marquis Guo Haian also came to report that he had withdrawn his troops, stopped the harassment of the Koryo coast, and led his boats back to the military port.On the Liaodong side, the army has basically withdrawn. When the defense arrangements are in place, the second brother will come back! "

"The Kaibao Northern Expedition and the Great War between the Han and Liao Dynasties have lasted almost the entire year, and now they have finally come to an end!" Liu Xu said with deep emotion, showing a feeling of concern for the country and the people.

"Although the waste of people and money is more serious than expected, the results of the battle are much more fruitful!" In contrast, Liu Xi was much calmer, and commented: "Especially on the side of the navy, I heard that Well, in Korea, a large amount of goods and materials were seized, which can be regarded as a kind of compensation for the huge deficit of the national treasury."

"Although the big man is powerful, he is still too sharp. Making enemies everywhere is not a long-term solution after all!" Liu Xu sighed.

Hearing this, Liu Xi glanced at Liu Xu in surprise, his eyes rolled around, and said softly: "Brother, if Dad listens to these words, I'm afraid he will be unhappy!"

Hearing his reminder, Liu Xu couldn't help but smile wryly: "I'm just expressing my feelings!"

Shaking his head, Liu Xu asked with concern: "The winter in the north is severe and harsh. I heard that my father came to the northern part of the Great Wall to supervise the battle in person. Has he ever been well and his legs have no worries?"

"Father is in good health, but my mother fell ill a few days ago!" Liu Xi said.In today's Han Palace, the only one who addresses the princes and daughters as "Niangniang" is the empress's talisman.

"What's going on? How's the situation?" Liu Xu asked.

Liu Xu grew up in the court, and he only respected two women, one was the Empress Dowager Li who raised him, and the other was Empress Fu.Although it was not his own, Liu Xu was still very grateful for Dafu's care for Liu Xu in the past.

"It's not about the soldiers of the Mobei Expedition. My mother found out about it, so how can I not worry about the attack, so that I became anxious and fell ill!" Liu Xi said: "Fortunately, after these days of recuperation, I have gradually recovered! "

Mentioning this, Liu Xu frowned, and said, "But the heart disease still needs heart medicine to recuperate! It's been so long, is there still no news from the expeditionary army?"

"There are still some clues!" The corners of Liu Xi's lips curled up slightly: "Based on the news from all aspects, it can be speculated that the remnants of the expeditionary force have retreated westward to the area east of Jinshan. There will be more specific news!"

"Jinshan! That's really far away!" Liu Xu obviously knew something, and said, "I don't know how the fourth and sixth brothers are now."

"There is nothing we can do except to pray and start looking for it!" Liu Xi seemed to always be able to see it: "The battle is dangerous, and among the brothers, only the fourth and sixth brothers have the courage and pride to gallop in uniform and ride horses." The battlefield. If you can return safely this time, you will be able to soar high and spread your wings just like an eagle that has gone through trials."

Hearing what Liu Xi said, Liu Xu glanced at him unexpectedly, thought for a while, and smiled, "I just hope they can come back intact!"

"Third brother, the siblings have already given birth too!"

"Thank you, brother, for your concern!" Upon hearing this, Liu Xi raised a smile on his lips, and said, "I have already given birth in September, and I have given birth to a son."

(End of this chapter)